LOUIS, JOE-PRIMO CARNERA WIRE PHOTO (1935-END OF FIGHT)

On June 25, 1935 at Yankee Stadium in New York undefeated heavyweight and rising star Joe Louis fought former champion Primo Carnera in the main event. In a very one sided affair Louis pounded Carnera and stopped him for good in the 6th round. Carnera visited the canvas three times before becoming "utterly helpless, clinging to the top rope" when the bout was stopped (The New York Times). Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Carnera dow for the final time in the bout as Louis steps over him.
This is an original Wide World Photos wire photo with their caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Small crease at lower right corner. Some print marks on white border. Minor corner wear. 7" x 9."